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Pocahontas and the Powhatan dilemma

Book • 2004
In 'Pocahontas and the Powhatan Dilemma', Camilla Townsend provides a detailed and nuanced account of Pocahontas's life, challenging common myths and offering insights into the strategies of resistance and diplomacy employed by Native Americans during the early colonial period.

The book explores Pocahontas's role as a mediator between her people and the English settlers, highlighting her intelligence and adaptability in the face of overwhelming odds.

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Mentioned in 2 episodes

Mentioned by
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William Dalrymple
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Anita Anand
as a source for understanding the true story of Pocahontas, contrasting it with the Disney version.
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148. America: The Empire of Liberty
Mentioned by
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Camilla Townsend
while discussing the life of Pocahontas.
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149. Pocahontas: Kidnapped in Virginia

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